ThincLab
AcceleratorAdelaide · Pre-Seed–Series A · 4 people tracked
Investment thesis
ThincLab is a business incubator within Adelaide University that supports students, alumni, staff, and startups through coaching, mentorship, and programs designed to help ventures reach and scale in the market.
Source: firm website, verified Jul 29, 2026.
Team · 4 people
from the firm's websiteIsabelle Benton works in Programs and Engagement at ThincLab, leading the ThincHer program to help students build confidence and leadership skills. She holds a degree in Marketing and Business.
Paul Daly develops and delivers the national Innovation Program for Defence Trailblazer at ThincLab. He founded m.Net Corporation in 2001 and has a master's in Commercialisation of Science and Technology, having mapped the Adelaide entrepreneurship ecosystem.
Sabina Zeynalova is a Program Manager at ThincLab who designs and delivers entrepreneurship programs such as the eChallenge. She is also co-founder of Optomni, an AI-driven supply-chain startup.
Zrinka Tokic leads business incubation and entrepreneurship programs, with over 21 years of experience supporting early-stage companies and student entrepreneurs through strategic insight, resources, and investor networks.
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does ThincLab invest at?
- ThincLab invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A stages.
- What sectors does ThincLab focus on?
- ThincLab focuses on Sector Agnostic.
- Where is ThincLab located?
- ThincLab is headquartered in Adelaide, AU.
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